CHENEY PAYNE
THE #1 CANDIDATE FOR CAMBRIDGE
Cheney has the energy, commitment and determination to drive our campaign in Cambridge, and build the team we need to win.
A CHAMPION FOR EDUCATION
A strong and successful education system opens doorways, reduces inequality and creates opportunities for all. As a teacher with 12 years of classroom experience under my belt, serving in roles ranging from a newly qualified teacher through to an Assistant Head; building an education system that works for all and that values creativity, passion and diversity is my number one priority. We urgently need to provide proper support to schools to address the increasing mental health issues they have seen since the pandemic, and ensure schools are properly funded to provide the teacher to pupil ratio and facilities they need to offer a good quality education for all.
A LOCAL VOICE ON INTERNATIONAL ISSUES
I am ambitious for Cambridge to maintain its position on the world stage as a welcoming, progressive and inclusive city. Following the conflict in Syria, I led the campaign for Cambridge to offer sanctuary for refugees from all over the world. Unlike Keir Starmer's Labour party, I am a passionate European and campaigned against Brexit since day 1. I remain committed to seeing the European Union prosper and flourish, with Britain as a future member.
BUILDING A GENEROUS AND SAFE CITY
I was first elected to Cambridge City Council in 2018, and since then have campaigned to make Cambridge safer and more inclusive for all. I encouraged Labour to adopt the "Ask for Angela" scheme which offers a safe route home for people feeling threatened at night. I am continuing to push the Labour-led Council to do more to tackle period poverty and to improve lighting and safety around the city centre. I have also worked with the police to protect people from the drink spiking epidemic.
A GRASS ROOTS CAMPAIGNER WHO KNOWS HOW TO WIN
I understand the grit and determination needed to win against the Labour campaign machine. I have been a leading activist in national and local campaigns, where I played a pivotal role in recruiting candidates, campaigners and volunteers. These campaigns include the Brexit Referendum, two General Elections in Cambridge and the European Parliament elections which saw 2 Lib Dem MEP's elected for the East of England. I have held my Council seat through a number of challenging City Council elections, and am determined to continue growing a strong Lib Dem presence across Cambridge.